Quantitative Risk Modeling

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE : SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $95,000.00 and $150,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

The Associate of Quantitative Risk Modeling is a key role within our corporate bank focused on supporting the enhancement of the Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR) framework and managing global market shock scenarios. This role requires a motivated individual who can assist in the development, implementation, and management of stress testing processes, ensuring robust risk management and regulatory compliance.

Role Objectives

Scenario Development : Apply and leverage econometric forecasting models to assist the creation and refinement of CCAR and global market shock scenarios, incorporating economic, financial, and market conditions

Stress Testing : Support the execution of stress tests to assess the resilience of the bank's portfolio under various adverse conditions

Risk Assessment : Help analyze and interpret stress test results to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within the bank's portfolio

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure all stress testing activities are in line with regulatory requirements and guidelines

Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with key stakeholders, including senior management, risk teams, and regulators, to communicate stress test findings and implications

Reporting and Documentation : Assist in developing comprehensive reports and documentation to support stress test results and regulatory submissions

Continuous Improvement : Contribute to ongoing enhancements to the stress testing framework and methodologies to adapt to changing market conditions and regulatory landscapes

Qualifications and Skills

Education : Bachelor or Master's degree in Economics, quantitative finance, or other related fields with 3-5 years of relevant experience in risk management, stress testing, or related areas within the financial industry OR PhD grads in Statistics, Economics, or Finance.

Skills : Strong analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency in risk modeling and scenario analysis, excellent communication and teamwork capabilities

Knowledge : Basic understanding of CCAR regulations, global market dynamics, and financial risk management principles

Certifications : Relevant certifications such as CFA, FRM, or PRM are desirable

LI-RCH

SMBC's employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.